Affordable, fast, on-demand rides for the same price as the bus!

Annapolis GO On-Demand Rideshare Service New Affordable Public Transit System in Maryland

Access Othello, Rainier Beach/Skyway, Renton Highlands, and Tukwila all without needing a car.

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New to Via To Transit? Welcome!

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Like a shared taxi, but better.

Get on-demand, convenient, and affordable rides to and from light rail and major community destinations in Othello, Ranier Beach/Skyway, Tukwila, and Renton.

Via To Transit is the Greater Seattle's on-demand transportation service that connects you to light rail and more. When you’re ready to go, book a shared ride straight from your phone and get picked up in a sleek, comfortable vehicle. Commute, get around rain-free, hill-free and without breaking the bank.

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Price:

Via to Transit costs the same as a Metro bus ride. Adults (19 and older): $2.75

Youth (6-18 yrs): $1.50

ORCA LIFT cardholders: $1.50

RRFP cardholders: $1.00

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Easy Ways to Pay:

ORCA card & Transit Go Tickets allow you to transfer fares between buses or Link light rail.

Credit/debit cards accepted, but does not provide a transfer. Cash fare payment is not accepted.

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Service hours:

Monday to Saturday 5 a.m. - 1 a.m.

Sunday 6 a.m. - 12 a.m.

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Accessibility:

Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available.

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How to ride Via to Transit.

3 easy steps to get on board in no time.

1. Create an account

2. Book a ride.

3. Meet your driver.

Download the Via App from your preferred app store and follow the simple signup steps.

Enter your pickup and dropoff address. Choose the ride that works for you by tapping Book This Ride.

Check out the app to find out exactly where to meet the vehicle. It may be a short walk from where you are, but it makes the journey faster.

*Tap the wheelchair icon if you need an Accessible Vehicle.

No smartphone? No problem!Book a ride by calling 206-258-7739.

Take your first ride today.

Any questions? Call us at 206-258-7739 or email us at support-sea@ridewithvia.com

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Predictable earnings, flexible schedule. Earn up to $19.82/hour while driving with Via. Ready to join our global community of Driver Partners?

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Frequently asked questions.

Can I book rides without a smartphone?

Can I bring someone along with me?

How do I know where to meet my driver?

How do I pay for my rides?

Can I cancel my ride?

What should I do if my driver leaves without me?

What do the vehicles look like?

Are vehicles wheelchair accessible?

Can I change my destination once I’m on board?

Can I set a favorite location in the app?

What are the points of interest in the app?

Can I leave feedback for my driver?

Do I tip the driver?

How do I reset my password?

I left something in the vehicle — how do I retrieve it?

How do I report a complaint?

Can I bring my bike?

I have a reduced fare ORCA card, but the app says my ride is $2.75. What’s going on?

Why do I have to tap my ORCA card in the vehicle?

General policies.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Anti-Discrimination Policy

Cigarette policy

Eating/drinking policy

Phone call policy

Luggage policy

Pet policy

Age policy

Can I book rides without a smartphone?

Yes, simply call 206-258-7739 and we’ll assist you over the phone.

Can I bring someone along with me?

Sure! You can book for up to five additional passengers. All additional passengers will be charged the same rate. The cost of all riders will be billed to the card on file.

Zero Tolerance Policy

King County Metro Via to Transit’s service is powered by Via. Via has a strict Zero Tolerance policy. Driver partners are prohibited from driving on the Via Platform while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and riders are prohibited from consuming alcohol or drugs inside the vehicle. We do not tolerate inappropriate, threatening or violent behavior by anyone using the Via Platform or towards any riders or driver partners. If you are a rider and observe or believe any of the following, please ask the driver to terminate the trip immediately: your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, your driver is behaving in a manner that you consider inappropriate or that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, or your driver engages in conduct which could be considered unlawful or illegal.

If you feel that you are in imminent danger, please contact the police directly by calling 911. After the ride has concluded, please provide feedback using the Via app, reply to the text message confirmation of your ride, email us at support-sea@ridewithvia.com to report the issue, or call us at the Live Support number, 206-258-7739.

Anti-Discrimination Policy

Via does not tolerate discrimination of any kind against our riders or driver partners. This includes discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious belief or affiliation, gender, sex, sexual identity or orientation, age, veteran status, physical, mental or other disability (actual or perceived), rider’s points of departure and destination, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Additionally, Via does not tolerate discrimination of any kind against service animals. Riders or driver partners found to have violated Via’s anti-discrimination policy will lose access to the Via Platform. If you believe that you have been subject to discrimination by a rider or driver partner, please provide feedback in the review function of the Via to Transit app or email us at support-sea@ridewithvia.com.

How do I know where to meet my driver?

We’ll assign you a “virtual bus stop” where you’ll meet the vehicle, usually at a nearby corner or no more than a block away. Check the app for directions and follow your driver’s progress in real-time so you know exactly when to head to your stop.

Cigarette policy

Smoking of any kind is prohibited, including e-cigarettes, vaporizers, or smokeless cigarettes.

How do I pay for my rides?

ORCA card: Using an ORCA card lets you transfer fares between Via to Transit and buses or Link light rail.

Transit Go Ticket: Transit GO Ticket is accepted (select “bus” as mode of travel) and lets you transfer fares between Via to Transit and buses.

Credit cards, debit cards, and stored value/prepaid cards: Accepted in the Via app/call center, do not provide transfers to buses or light rail.

Reduced Fares: All existing King County Metro reduced fare programs, including ORCA Lift, are accepted.

Cash fare payment and paper transfers are not accepted.

Can I cancel my ride?

Yes, you can cancel your ride directly from the app or by calling customer service at 206-258-7739. Remember, canceling at the last minute can negatively impact other riders, so remember to cancel as soon you know that you don’t need a ride.

What should I do if my driver leaves without me?

Re-book directly in your app, and then send an email explaining what happened to support-sea@ridewithvia.com. You won’t be charged for this ride.

What do the vehicles look like?

All vehicles are branded with Via & KCM’s logo and colors, so they should be easy to spot.

Are vehicles wheelchair accessible?

Yes! Please let us know you need a wheelchair accessible vehicle when you book your ride by tapping your profile picture or image at the top of the app menu and tapping the Wheelchair Accessibility toggle to turn it on. This will also unlock door to door service.

Can I change my destination once I’m on board?

Once you start a ride, the destination cannot be changed. If you have not yet boarded the vehicle, you can cancel the ride and re-book with a new destination.

Can I set a favorite location in the app?

Yes. Tap the Favorites tab in the app menu, then tap Set Home Address, Set Work Address, or create and name a new favorite.

What are the points of interest in the app?

These are locations we believe will be popular origins and destinations for rides. Select them to easily choose where you need to go to or from!

Can I leave feedback for my driver?

Feel free to fill out the feedback screen in the app after your ride.

Do I tip the driver?

No. Our drivers do not accept tips.

How do I reset my password?

Open the app and select “Get Started.” In the password box, select “Forgot your password?” and follow the prompts.

I left something in the vehicle — how do I retrieve it?

Please email us at support-sea@ridewithvia.com with a description of the missing item.

How do I report a complaint?

Please contact us at support-sea@ridewithvia.com or by calling our support line at 206-258-7739 to report a complaint. Be sure to include as much information as possible and we’ll do our best to help.

Eating/drinking policy

We know that you are on the go, but please help us keep our vehicles clean and fresh and avoid bringing food and drink in our cars, when possible. Please also be mindful that smelly food can be distracting and unpleasant for your fellow passengers. All drinks should have lids and drinking alcohol or carrying open containers of alcohol in our vehicles is not allowed.

Pet policy

Licensed service animals are welcome to ride in our vehicles without restrictions. Non-service animals are also allowed, but must be in a pet carrier specifically designed to transport animals. The carrier may not be opened in the van, must be leak-proof and well ventilated, and be small enough to fit on the owner's lap or on the floor space in the immediate area of the owner without blocking other passengers.

Phone call policy

Please remember your fellow passengers might not be interested in your phone conversations. We ask that you limit phone calls to quick logistics and emergencies during shared rides.

Luggage policy

Our service vehicles are a shared space, and as such we ask everyone to limit any personal items to a single piece of luggage or a reasonably-sized bag.

Age policy

Riders must be 13 years of age or older. Children under the age of 13 can ride when accompanied by a parent or guardian. We will not supply car seats, but riders traveling with children who require them may bring their own. Riders are responsible for securing any such car seat and for ensuring that it fits all legal requirements.

Can I bring my bike?

Yes! Add a bike to your trip by pressing the “+” button.

I have a reduced fare ORCA card, but the app says my ride is $2.75. What’s going on?

Don’t worry! You can indicate your reduced fare by updating your account settings. To choose your fare type, tap the menu button in the top left, select the Account icon and select Fare/Service Type. From the dropdown select your correct fare type and service options. Additionally, our ORCA card readers will automatically know if you have a reduced fare ORCA card and will charge you correctly.

Why do I have to tap my ORCA card in the vehicle?

Even though you are asked to enter your ORCA card number in the app, payment doesn’t actually occur until you tap your ORCA card on the reader in the vehicle.